Five ways to prepare for an AI-assisted hiring process—from resume to interview.
Change your narrative.
When updating your resume, develop a strong narrative that shows recruiters and hiring managers your unique, AI-resistant capabilities. Start by mapping out your current work. Determine which tasks might soon be accomplished through AI and automation or whether your entire job could become obsolete
With 83% of companies reporting they’re using AI features to screen resumes, if your resume doesn’t incorporate nearly all the keywords from the job description, it may never be seen
Bottom line: Use AI as a finishing tool, not a starting tool. Take the time to write your own resume and cover letter, then use AI to refine them for clarity and conciseness
Note that, when you’re invited to record answers for a pre-screen interview, many companies will provide up to three minutes to answer the question. Recruiters I spoke with while researching my most recent book recommend using no more than two minutes to answer a question, because at all levels, you’re expected to know how to synthesize information into concise, clear answers using applicable keywords aligned with the roles and responsibilities in the job description. Overtalking won’t increase your chances of passing the screen.